Karolina Muchova withdraws from WTA Finals, Diana Schnaider steps in
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 6:36 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Karolina Muchova has withdrawn from her match against Mirra Andreeva at the WTA Finals in Indian Wells due to a gastrointestinal illness. Diana Schnaider, the second alternate, will replace Muchova in the match. Although the outcome does not impact group standings, the winner will receive $230,000. Andreeva has already secured the top spot in her group, while Muchova has been eliminated from contention. Aryna Sabalenka and Elina Svitolina are set to compete for a semifinal spot later today.
- •Muchova withdraws with a gastrointestinal illness.
- •Diana Schnaider will replace her against Andreeva.
- •The match is irrelevant for group standings.
- •Andreeva has already clinched the top group position.
- •Sabalenka and Svitolina will play to decide the final semifinalist.
- 6:36 PMYahoo Sports — Karolina Muchova withdraws from WTA Finals with illness, Diana Schnaider fills in
"Alternate Diana Schnaider will play Friday's match against Mirra Andreeva in a match that does not affect the group standings
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